As destinations wake up to the impact of tourism, some cities are implementing regulations to manage the crowds, while others are finding innovative ways to promote a more responsible travel culture. Meanwhile, a horse therapy program is helping people with disabilities, and a groundbreaking study finds that a simple questionnaire can help prevent dementia. In other news, a Pez dispenser collector is on a mission to recover every single dispenser ever created, and a golf course in New York is being restored to its former glory, thanks to the efforts of a passionate group of golf enthusiasts.
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